WASH, Shelter & Infrastructure Coordinator (Internal Only)

WHO ARE WE?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

ABOUT THE JOB

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme, the WASH, Shelter & Infrastructure Coordinator is responsible for the business development of DRC Afghanistan WASH, Shelter & Infrastructure activities, providing technical support and strategic guidance for this core sector in the DRC Afghanistan portfolio. This role involves working in cooperation with all DRC teams, receiving support, and collaborating with local authorities and communities.

Responsibilities:

This role requires the post holder to coordinate closely with relevant Area Managers/Area Program Managers and technical teams on the ground to ensure that projects are implemented in time and with high quality. While not line managing the teams on the ground, the post holder is expected to take ownership for program progress for all work in close coordination with Area Managers and/or Area Program Managers, including supporting program teams in work planning, methodologies, writing proposals and the development of technical documents (e.g. BoQs, tools, SoPs). To achieve the overall and specific position's objectives, the job holder's tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Management and Programme Quality:

• In collaboration with the Head of Programmes and the relevant Area Managers, develop and standardize core competencies and staff performance evaluation plans.
• Develop program strategy and priorities based on thorough understanding of needs and context
• Lead Emergency Response staff to identify gaps and needs in WASH & Shelter service provision in Afghanistan’s Affected Communities and develop proactive tools, solutions, and strategies in agreement with the responsible authorities.
• Identify, design, and conduct capacity building and training initiatives for staff in core competencies. (WASH tools, Sphere Standards, Flood response Cholera response, Infrastructure design…)
• Work closely with sector-specific technical advisors to ensure integration between WASI and other sectors, especially protection, Economic Recovery and Emergency response.
• Contribute to the development of technical WASI components of proposals, donor reports, site reports, advocacy and policy notes, and other reports as required.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Ensure that all projects and associated activities are designed in accordance with high-level technical strategic vision, implementation plans, and donor requirements.
• In collaboration with MEAL teams, ensure that the design of monitoring plans for the implementation of projects complies with DRC and sector quality standards. Ensure effective accountability mechanisms are in place while providing guidance to the field teams.

Finance and Administration:

• Ensure HR policies are followed, including completion of regular Performance Management Meetings, in collaboration with operational line managers.
• Development of WASI components for new project budgets and proposals.

Human Resources and Personnel Management:

• Advise on programme-level sector related recruitment processes and ensure that relevant staffing structures are in place.
• Promote professional development by identifying training and capacity building opportunities and ensure staff are well-versed in core technical concepts, DRC's code of conduct, accountability, respectful dialogue with the population, and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Assist the hiring manager in recruitment processes including the development of the written tests, and support in interviews.

Logistics and Procurement:

• Support the APM and AMs to ensure procurements related to site improvements, WASH infrastructures and materials, and shelter material/NFIs in a timely manner. Provide technical guidance to the relevant teams in development of BoQs, and plans.
• Collaborate with field staff and the Procurement-logistics unit to develop a comprehensive procurement planning, and follow-up procurement processed with the Supply Chain Manager.

Representation and coordination:

• Lead the development of positive relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, local authorities, humanitarian partners, service providers, etc., in order to maintain trust in DRC's professional standard and quality of work among all stakeholders.
• Represent DRC at relevant coordination meetings including CCCM and WASH sector meetings on national level and sub national level where required.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and technical competencies: 

• Minimum 7 years’ relevant experience in planning, implementation, and monitoring of activities and projects according to internal and national guidelines, agreements, and international standards
• Proven experience working in complex emergency contexts, including provision of technical advice to field teams and programme development with a particular focus on WASH, Shelter & Infrastructure programs
• Experience with preparing BoQs and technical design for new construction, ensuring feasibility and technical accuracy.
• Proven ability to live and work in an unstable, insecure environment.

Education/qualifications:

•  Master’s degree in engineering or similar relevant technical qualification

Languages:

• English required

We Offer:

• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC salary scale

Application process:

Application process: Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the below link. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language.

Note. only applications ( CV) will not be considered.